About the Author: Lonnie Bunch

Lonnie G. Bunch III is the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. He was the founding director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture and is the first historian to be Secretary of the Institution.

Mar

Thank you for your commitment

As we near the midpoint of the fiscal year, Secretary Bunch acknowledges the fluidity of our current operating environment. Continue reading Thank you for your commitment

Mar

Thank you for your commitment

Change is inherently challenging; rapid change is even more difficult. Continue reading Thank you for your commitment

Feb

The Unsung Heroines of American History

Even before it has a home on the Mall, the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum is sharing stories of overlooked pioneers Continue reading The Unsung Heroines of American History

Feb

How will new administration policies affect the Smithsonian?

UPDATE Feb. 7: Deputy Secretary Meroë Park offers guidance on returning to the office on a full-time schedule. Continue reading How will new administration policies affect the Smithsonian?

Jan

How will new policies and procedures affect the Smithsonian?

As we approach the end of the week, I want to update you on the new federal policies and procedures that have been issued. Continue reading How will new policies and procedures affect the Smithsonian?

Jan

From the Secretary: How will new administration policies affect the Smithsonian?

Secretary Bunch explains the changes to Smithsonian policies and procedures regarding telework and return-to-office; the federal hiring freeze; and our diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Continue reading From the Secretary: How will new administration policies affect the Smithsonian?

Jan

Secretary Bunch talks about America’s 250th, why experts still matter and what to expect from the Smithsonian in 2025

In a wide-ranging conversation, the Secretary spoke on the current political climate, the process of returning human remains, the awe-inspiring scope of Smithsonian science and much more. Continue reading Secretary Bunch talks about America’s 250th, why experts still matter and what to expect from the Smithsonian in 2025

Jan

Secretary Lonnie Bunch talks about America’s 250th, why experts still matter and what to expect from the Smithsonian in 2025

Secretary Bunch talks about America’s 250th, why experts still matter and what to expect from the Smithsonian in 2025 Continue reading Secretary Lonnie Bunch talks about America’s 250th, why experts still matter and what to expect from the Smithsonian in 2025

Dec

Been there, done that, got the T-shirt (and it’s a pretty cool one)

The annual Employee Appreciation T-shirt Giveaway will be held December 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Arts & Industries Building. Continue reading Been there, done that, got the T-shirt (and it’s a pretty cool one)

Nov